Cinnamon recalls

FDA food recall list

Ground cinnamon and products made with it have been recalled many times, often for elevated lead levels. Check the brand and lot code on your spice jar against the reports below.

FDA data updated Sep 30, 2026Last synced Oct 6, 2026

Reports mentioning it: 309
Class I (serious): 99
Class II: 188
Class III: 22

Key facts: cinnamon recalls

The FDA has published 309 food enforcement reports mentioning cinnamon since 2012, as of October 7, 2026.
99 of them were Class I, the most serious category, where a product could cause serious health problems or death.
The most recent was reported on May 20, 2026: Dakota Honey Company Spreadable Spun Honey, Cinnamon-Infused (Dakota Honey Company), Class II.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration enforcement reports via openFDA. See our sources policy.

Latest 150 cinnamon recalls

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Showing the 150 most recent recalls of cinnamon products. 309 FDA reports mention cinnamon in total, including as an ingredient in other products. Use the search on the homepage to look up a specific brand or lot number.

Questions about cinnamon recalls

Is there a cinnamon recall right now?

There are no new FDA cinnamon recall reports in the last 90 days as of October 7, 2026. The most recent was “Dakota Honey Company Spreadable Spun Honey, Cinnamon-Infused” from Dakota Honey Company (Class II), reported May 20, 2026. FDA reports can appear weeks after a recall starts, so also check the FDA's official recall notices.

What should I do with a recalled cinnamon product?

If you have recalled cinnamon, don't eat it. Compare the brand, size, and lot or UPC code with the recall; if it matches, throw it away or return it to the store for a refund, and clean surfaces it touched. If you feel sick, contact your doctor. In an emergency, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

How do I know if my cinnamon product is part of the recall?

Open the recall in the list on this page and compare the brand, product size, lot or UPC code, and best-by or expiration date with your package. A match on the product name alone doesn't mean your item is affected. You can also search by lot number on the FindMyRecall homepage.